1. plural of cradlesong; gentle songs sung to soothe or lull a baby to sleep
Usage: typically used in plural form; also called lullabies

Examples

• The mother sang traditional cradlesongs to her newborn every evening.
• Cradlesongs have been passed down through generations in many cultures.
• Soft cradlesongs help babies fall asleep more peacefully.
• The collection includes cradlesongs from around the world.
• Grandmothers often teach their grandchildren the cradlesongs they learned as children.